Perplexity Ask MCP Server
BasicPerplexity Ask MCP Server is a connector for the Perplexity API that facilitates web search capabilities within the MCP ecosystem. It allows users to perform live web searches without exiting the MCP environment, enhancing research and application integration.
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Overview
Perplexity Ask MCP Server is a connector for the Perplexity API that facilitates web search capabilities within the MCP ecosystem. It allows users to perform live web searches without exiting the MCP environment, enhancing research and application integration.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @chatmcp/server-perplexity-ask2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"perplexity-ask-mcp-server": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @chatmcp/server-perplexity-ask"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from Perplexity Ask MCP Server?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
Configuration
No configuration required. This server works out of the box.
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in Perplexity Ask MCP Server?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in Perplexity Ask MCP Server"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in Perplexity Ask MCP Server with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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